King Charles’ blunt remark to Camilla

During the VE Day celebrations on May 5, King Charles appeared flustered after Queen Camilla temporarily misplaced her water. The event marked one of the first major royal gatherings of the year to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day. As the royal family watched the parade, Prime Minister Keir Starmer intervened, offering to help locate the missing water, despite breaking royal protocol by touching Camilla’s shoulder. According to lip reader Nicola Hickling, King Charles remarked that everyone had been given water, while Camilla expressed how parched she felt once her water was returned. Though helpful, Starmer’s gesture breached the tradition that prohibits touching royals unless they initiate contact.

The celebrations also featured a lighter moment when Prince William played a game of identifying aircraft with his son George during the flypast. Kate joined in, asking George to identify a plane, which he eventually recognized as an Atlas aircraft. William also attempted to involve Queen Camilla, but she seemed less familiar with the game, humorously admitting she needed to “try harder.” The event showcased both the formality and casual interactions within the royal family, highlighting some lighter moments amidst the commemoration.